2005 Audi A2 vs. 1980 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Audi A2 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Carina (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Audi A2. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Carina weights approximately 101 kg more than 2005 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Carina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Toyota Carina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A2 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Carina. (115 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Carina. 1980 Toyota Carina has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A2 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Toyota Carina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A2 | 1980 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Audi | Toyota |
| Model | A2 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
